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Convert Decigram to Mace

Convert decigrams to maces instantly. 1 decigram = 0.0264554744 mace — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Mace to Decigram converter for the reverse conversion.

Written by Sunith Babu L, Ph.D., Lead Engineer Reviewed by Dr. Ashok Kumar K, Ph.D.
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Units explained

Metric / SI

Decigram

What is a decigram?

A decigram (dg) equals 0.0001 kilogram, or 0.1 gram.

Origin of the decigram

From the SI prefix 'deci-' (from Latin 'decimus', tenth).

Where it is used

Occasional laboratory and pharmacy use.

When and where it was developed

Part of the original metric system of 1795.

Troy & Apothecary

Mace

What is a mace?

The mace equals one-tenth of a tael, about 3.78 grams.

Origin of the mace

From the Chinese 'qian'; 'mace' is the European trade name.

Where it is used

Chinese and Southeast Asian gold and traditional-medicine trade.

When and where it was developed

Part of the traditional Chinese tael system.

Decigram to Mace conversion formula

Note: this conversion uses a generally accepted modern value. Historical and regional definitions of this unit varied across times and places.

The relationship between decigrams and maces:

1 dg = 0.0264554744 mace
1 mace = 37.79936 dg

To convert decigrams to maces, multiply the value in decigrams by 0.0264554744. To reverse, multiply maces by 37.79936.

How to use this converter

Type a value into the calculator. The result in maces updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Mace to Decigram converter for the reverse direction.

Step-by-step: convert decigrams to maces

  1. Write down the value in decigrams (dg).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 0.0264554744.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in maces (mace).
  4. To reverse, multiply the mace value by 37.79936.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 dg to mace:
1 × 0.0264554744 = 0.0264554744 mace

Example 2 — Convert 100 dg to mace:
100 × 0.0264554744 = 2.6455474378 mace

Real-world example — Plastic film and laminate thickness

A 500-decigram sheet is a typical spec for ID-card laminates and film overlays. Converting to maces aligns the value with the unit most CAD systems and material datasheets prefer.

500 dg × 0.0264554744 = 13.2277371892 mace

Real-world example — Packaging gauge

A 4-decigram plastic bag thickness is a common spec for grocery and freezer bags. Converting from decigrams to maces is what packaging buyers do whenever they bridge US and metric supplier quotes.

4 dg × 0.0264554744 = 0.1058218975 mace

Decigram to Mace conversion table

Standard reference values for converting decigrams to maces:

Decigram [dg]Mace [mace]
0.010.0002645547
0.10.0026455474
10.0264554744
20.0529109488
30.0793664231
40.1058218975
50.1322773719
100.2645547438
200.5291094876
300.7936642314
401.0582189751
501.3227737189
1002.6455474378
50013.2277371892
100026.4554743784

Frequently asked questions

How many maces is 1 decigram?
1 decigram equals 0.0264554744 mace.
How do I convert decigrams to maces?
Multiply the value in decigrams by 0.0264554744 to get maces.
How do I convert maces back to decigrams?
Multiply the value in maces by 37.79936, or use the Mace to Decigram converter.
How many maces is 100 decigrams?
100 decigrams equals 2.6455474378 maces, because 100 × 0.0264554744 = 2.6455474378.

Convert Decigram to other weight units

Show all Decigram conversions
Metric / SI (17 units)
Decigram to Attogram (ag) Decigram to Femtogram (fg) Decigram to Picogram (pg) Decigram to Nanogram (ng) Decigram to Microgram (µg) Decigram to Milligram (mg) Decigram to Centigram (cg) Decigram to Gram (g) Decigram to Dekagram (dag) Decigram to Hectogram (hg) Decigram to Kilogram (kg) Decigram to Quintal (metric) (q) Decigram to Metric Ton (t) Decigram to Gigagram (Gg) Decigram to Teragram (Tg) Decigram to Petagram (Pg) Decigram to Exagram (Eg)
Avoirdupois (15 units)
Decigram to Grain (gr) Decigram to Dram (avoirdupois) (dr) Decigram to Ounce (oz) Decigram to Pound (lb) Decigram to Clove (clove) Decigram to Stone (US) (st) Decigram to Stone (UK) (st) Decigram to Quarter (US) (qr) Decigram to Quarter (UK) (qr) Decigram to Hundredweight (US) (cwt) Decigram to Hundredweight (UK) (cwt) Decigram to Wey (wey) Decigram to Kilopound (kip) (kip) Decigram to Ton (short, US) (sh tn) Decigram to Ton (long, UK) (long tn)
Troy & Apothecary (10 units)
Decigram to Point (1/100 carat) (pt) Decigram to Carat (metric) (ct) Decigram to Scruple (apothecary) (s ap) Decigram to Pennyweight (dwt) Decigram to Momme (mom) Decigram to Mace (mace) Decigram to Dram (apothecary/troy) (dr ap) Decigram to Troy Ounce (oz t) Decigram to Tael (tael) Decigram to Pound (troy/apothecary) (lb t)
Indian / South Asian (6 units)
Decigram to Ratti (ratti) Decigram to Masha (masha) Decigram to Tola (tola) Decigram to Chittack (Chatank) (chittack) Decigram to Seer (Ser) (seer) Decigram to Maund (Mann) (maund)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Decigram to Electron Mass (rest) (me) Decigram to MeV/c2 (MeV/c²) Decigram to Muon Mass (mµ) Decigram to Atomic Mass Unit (u) Decigram to Proton Mass (mp) Decigram to Neutron Mass (mn) Decigram to Deuteron Mass (md) Decigram to Carbon-12 Atom Mass (C-12) Decigram to Planck Mass (mP)
Astronomical (4 units)
Decigram to Lunar Mass (Moon) (M☾) Decigram to Earth's Mass (M⊕) Decigram to Jupiter Mass (MJ) Decigram to Sun's Mass (M☉)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Decigram to Lepton (Biblical Roman) (lepton) Decigram to Quadrans (Biblical Roman) (quadrans) Decigram to Assarion (Biblical Roman) (assarion) Decigram to Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) (gerah) Decigram to Drachma (Biblical Greek) (drachma) Decigram to Denarius (Biblical Roman) (denarius) Decigram to Bekan (Biblical Hebrew) (bekah) Decigram to Didrachma (Biblical Greek) (didrachma) Decigram to Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) (shekel) Decigram to Tetradrachma (Biblical Greek) (tetra) Decigram to Mina (Biblical Greek) (mina) Decigram to Mina (Biblical Hebrew) (mina) Decigram to Talent (Biblical Greek) (talent) Decigram to Talent (Biblical Hebrew) (talent)
Force / Engineering (5 units)
Decigram to Poundal (pdl) Decigram to Ton (assay) (US) (AT) Decigram to Ton (assay) (UK) (AT) Decigram to Kilogram-force square second/meter (hyl) Decigram to Slug (slug)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 dg = 0.0264554744 mace) verified against the following authoritative sources:

Results are provided for general reference. Verify critical measurements against an authoritative standard.